Mary A. Miano, 81, of Exeter, passed away on Sunday ,October 6, 2013 at her home surrounded by family and  friends. Born in Exeter, she was the daughter of the late Guy  and Millie Licata Pepe.

Mary was a member of Corpus Christi Parish at Immaculate Conception Church, 605 Luzerne Ave., West Pittston.

She was a graduate of Exeter High School and received her undergraduate degree from Misericordia University as well as her Masters Degree from the University of Scranton.

Mary was a beloved elementary school teacher, having taught in The Wyoming Area School District for 40 years, where she also served as Principal for 5 years.  She positively impacted the lives of countless students and  colleagues.

Mary is survived by her caring brother Phil Pepe of Exeter, her daughter, Dyan Billal, her beloved Granddaughter Sofia both of Aliso Viejo, Ca. and Sofia's father Mancini Billal, daughter Denise Anastasio (Steven) of New York City and her dearest friend, Helen Rava, Duryea.  Also many loving friends & relatives.

Those attending the funeral services on Thursday morning are asked to go directly to the church for a mass of Christian burial at 10:00am at Immaculate Conception Church, 605  Luzerne Ave.,West Pittston. with the Rev. Joseph Pisaneschi, as celebrant.

Relatives and friends may call on Wednesday from 5:00 until 8:00 at the Gubbiotti Funeral Home, 1030 Wyoming Ave., Exeter, Pa.

Interment will be at the West Pittston Cemetery.

The family would like to thank  Gena and Britney for their loving  and compassionate care of Mary during her illness.

Donations may be made to the Hospice of the Sacred Heart, 600 Baltimore Dr., Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18702

To send the family an expression of sympathy or an online condolence, please visit www.gubbiottifh.com